If your Freedom Lite is not climbing walls, the issue is usually related to settings, battery level, or pool conditions.

Follow the checks below.

✅ 1. Make sure you selected the correct cleaning mode

The robot will only climb walls in:

  • Walls Only mode

  • Floor + Walls mode

It will NOT climb walls in:

  • Floor Only mode

  • Multi-Day mode (app only – floor cleaning only)

👉 Check the selected cleaning mode in the app or on the robot before starting the cycle.

🔋 2. Check the battery level

In Floor + Walls mode:

  • The robot typically uses the first part of the battery to clean walls.

  • If battery level is low, it may skip wall climbing.

  • Below 15%, the robot enters waterline waiting mode.

👉 Always start a cycle with a fully charged battery for optimal wall performance.

🧽 3. Inspect brushes and filters

Wall climbing performance may be reduced if:

  • Brushes are worn or dirty

  • Filters are clogged

  • Debris is blocking water flow

What to do:

  1. Remove and clean the filter basket.

  2. Rinse filters with a water jet.

  3. Check brushes for wear or damage.

  4. Ensure nothing is blocking the suction inlet.

🌊 4. Check pool surface type

Freedom Lite is designed for:

  • Tile pools

Wall climbing may be reduced if:

  • The pool surface is very smooth or slippery

  • There is excessive algae buildup

  • The walls are covered with biofilm

👉 If algae is present, brush walls manually before running the robot.

🏊 5. Check water conditions

Wall climbing can be affected by:

  • Very low water temperature

  • Imbalanced water chemistry

  • Excessive debris load

Ensure water temperature is within recommended operating range (5°C–45°C / 41°F–113°F).

🤖 6. Normal behavior reminder

In Floor + Walls mode:

  • The robot cleans walls first.

  • Then switches to floor cleaning.

  • It does not climb walls continuously during the entire cycle.

This is normal behavior.

❗ If the robot never climbs walls

If none of the above resolves the issue:

  • Restart the robot.

  • Try Walls Only mode.

  • Test in a different section of the pool.

If the problem persists, contact Customer Support.

Provide:

  • Model name

  • Cleaning mode used

  • Battery level

  • Pool surface type

  • Short video (if possible)

Wall climbing performance depends on mode, battery, and pool conditions.